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Power to the Primates in Girard?
GIRARD — As city council reviews legislation to address monkey and other exotic animal ownership,
RTI gets huge Boeing deal
WEATHERSFIELD — RTI International Metals has signed a 10-year deal to supply titanium components for
House fire follows attempted robbery
YOUNGSTOWN — An attempted robbery, in which a shot was fired into the front seat of a car driven by
Holocaust survivor tells her story in Austintown
AUSTINTOWN — The yellow cloth star is in good shape, for how old it is. Inge Auerbacher protects it
Pizza Hut driver robbed at knifepoint
AUSTINTOWN — A Pizza Hut delivery driver was robbed by two men, one carrying a knife. The driver
Nine Valley players earn top district honors
East senior quarterback Sal Battles was named offensive player of the year in Div. II, one of nine
VIDEO: VFW program honors WWII drivers
COITSVILLE — “I can look back now and think, yes, I was on the Red Ball Express. But it was
Chief doubts Ford design had role in fire
AUSTINTOWN — The township’s police chief says he’s doubtful a much-criticized design feature in Ford
Taylor will not retain Steward
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Middleweight Jermain Taylor (27-1-1, 17 KOs) will not retain Emanuel Steward as
Hundreds attend Warren veterans event
WARREN — The rains came just as the Veteran’s Day activities began Monday morning, but it was a
Two sued over movie file sharing
YOUNGSTOWN — An attorney has sued in federal court a Niles man and a Warren woman who he says have
New Castle parade set for Thursday
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The New Castle Light Up Night parade will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday downtown. The
Bash with baseball bat doesn’t stop gun-toting condom thief
YOUNGSTOWN — A gunman escaped with two condoms but not before a North Side convenience store owner
Crestview recycling program will be Thursday
COLUMBIANA — Crestview High School Music Department students will have a recycling program from 8
Youth didn’t get MRSA at city school
YOUNGSTOWN — City school officials said a fourth-grade boy at West Elementary School was diagnosed
RTI lands big contract for new Boeing jet
WEATHERSFIELD — RTI International Metals has signed a 10-year deal to supply titanium components for
Trumbull recyclers could win free gift
WARREN — Trumbull County will celebrate America Reycles Day Thursday with the 5th annual “Let Us
WORTH A LOOK | Area events open to the public
AUCTIONS • Bloomfield High School, 2077 Park West Road, North Bloomfield, will hold a Chinese
Brown aims to deliver on hype with ‘Exclusive’
The 18-year-old sensation can count some big names among his fans. LOS ANGELES (AP) — When
Discretionary income
Discretionary income Total discretionary income in the U.S. topped $1.7 trillion in 2006, with 78
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Auto Owners Mutual v. Chester D. Byler, cognovit. Home Savings
Midcareer sabbaticals prove antidotes to burnout
MIAMI — Not long ago, workers considered midcareer sabbaticals perks for those who could afford time
Poland forest board weighs change for dogs in woods
A public hearing on the ordinance is set for 6 p.m. Nov. 20. POLAND — Some residents enjoy
NFL PREVIEW Tonight’s game
SAN FRANCISCO (2-6) At SEATTLE (4-4) Time/TV — 8:30 p.m., ESPN Opening line — Seahawks by 9 1/2.
YSU wakeup call: powerhouse UCLA
The Penguins’ second game also will be played in California. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State
LSU feasts on Buckeyes’ loss
NEW YORK (AP) — LSU is getting a second chance at No. 1. The Tigers took advantage of Ohio State’s
Downtown needs residents more than passers-through
Opinion: Downtown needs residents more than passers-through EDITOR: In recent Vindicator columns, Bertram
Cotto awaits winner of Mayweather fight
Ricky Hatton is the other contender in the welterweight division. NEW YORK (AP) — It might be time
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP CHECKER AUTO PARTS 500 Sunday’s results At Phoenix International Raceway
2nd dark day on Broadway
2nd dark day on Broadway NEW YORK — It was a second day of dark Broadway theaters and disappointed
Progressive adds collision benefit for pets riding in cars
Americans spend more than $40 billion a year on more than 150 million pets. CLEVELAND (AP) — To a
Top court might hear case on guns
Most U.S. courts said there’s no right to own a gun for private use. WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme
Hiding teacher files is against state law
Teachers’ personnel files are public records. COLUMBUS (AP) — Some union contracts contain
Iraqi prime minister: Suicide attacks, bombings drop sharply in Baghdad
Before thousands of U.S. troops arrived, the city was rocked by explosions on a daily basis.
Veterans merit our praise, assistance and apologies
In the Mahoning and Shenango valleys, as throughout the nation, triumphant parades, solemn memorials
Writing therapeutic for war vets
Opinion: SAN DIEGO — Take another minute or two to bring your writing to a stopping point,” I tell the six
“We condemn this government move.”
Opinion: “We condemn this government move.” Sen. Babar Awan Attorney for Pakistani opposition leader
Forgotten Heroes Program pays tribute to soldiers in several wars
Civil War re-enactors read narratives at the graves of six veterans. YOUNGSTOWN — Not long
STEELERS 31, BROWNS 28
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NFL ROUNDUP | Sunday’s other games
AFC Bengals 21, Ravens 7 BALTIMORE — Shayne Graham kicked a team-record seven field goals, and
Pavlik victory has trainer thinking bigger and bigger
A boxing ring takes up nearly half the space in his gym. YOUNGSTOWN — Opportunity has come
Environmental police uncover violations
Officers are expected to write tickets for littering. WARREN — In a downtown warehouse, police
Ceremony honors vets on their day
Prisoners of war and missing soldiers also were honored. YOUNGSTOWN — For Paul Melone,
Mickelson wins Shanghai event
He survived six penalty strokes and blowing a three-shot lead. SHANGHAI, China (AP) — Phil
Ex-President Bush celebrates by skydiving
Ex-President Bush celebrates by skydiving COLLEGE STATION, Texas — He’s 83 and just had hip
Officer ‘critical’ with burns in crash
The cruiser’s gas tank exploded when it was hit. YOUNGSTOWN — A 12-year veteran of the
Poll shows voters divided in Ohio
Next year, the state again is expected to play a crucial role in the presidential election.
In America, are we overvaccinating?
Booster shots are not always necessary, a doctor said. MELVILLE, N.Y. — Vaccines have drawn an
hIn close game, victory for Steelers
hIn close game, victory for Steelers k PITTSBURGH STEELERS linebacker Larry Foote (50) hauls down
Let adults see adoption records, group urges
There’s no proof that the adopted child will harass his biological parents. NEW YORK (AP) — It’s
Bush fails to achieve democracy in Mideast
Opinion: Eleven billion dollars just doesn’t buy what it used to. How can it be, after handing Pakistani
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Women’s Top 25 games
Penn St. 80, No. 20 Pittsburgh 74 STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Tyra Grant (Ursuline High) scored 19
Bush visits Texas, Cheney goes to Arlington
The president didn’t mention anything about a veterans spending bill in his speech. WACO, Texas
“SpongeBob’s Atlantis SquarePantis” (8 p.m., Nickelodeon): Rock music legend David
“SpongeBob’s Atlantis SquarePantis” (8 p.m., Nickelodeon): Rock music legend David Bowie lends his
STEELERS NOTES From Heinz Field
Home-field advantage: During their six victories in the first half of the season, the Pittsburgh
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., administration building, 82 Ohltown Road.
NBA ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
Heat 75, Knicks 72 NEW YORK — Jason Williams made the go-ahead jumper with 19 seconds left, and
Wounded man says it was mistaken ID
Wounded man says it was mistaken ID YOUNGSTOWN — A West Indianola Avenue man, who was once shot in
YSU BASKETBALL 2007-08 Schedule
Date Opponent Location Time Todayvs. UCLALos Angeles 11 p.m. | ESPN2 Tuesdayvs. TBALos
LSU, Oregon are 1-2 on BCS list
Louisiana State is favored to win its last three games and reach the BCS final. NEW YORK (AP) —
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NHL ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
Blackhawks 3, Red Wings 2 CHICAGO — NHL rookie scoring leader Patrick Kane had a power-play goal
Cowboys jolt the Giants
Dallas snapped New York’s streak and took control of the NFC East. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) —
Some of the findings of a poll sponsored by The Plain Dealer and released Sunday. The poll was
Some of the findings of a poll sponsored by The Plain Dealer and released Sunday. The poll was
Creamer romps to LPGA victory
She defeated Birdie Kim by eight strokes in the Tournament of Champions. MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — The
Experts: Cut CO2, calories to save our lives, planet
More than 3 billion pounds could be lost if Americans walked 30 minutes a day. WASHINGTON (AP) —
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Men’s Top 25
No. 14 Gonzaga 77, Montana 54 SPOKANE, Wash. — Freshman Austin Daye scored 20 points and grabbed
40 debates in 40 weeks: Can we talk?
Opinion: Another week, another debate. If it’s early November, this must be the Republicans in Cedar Falls,
Roles for military women changing
As of this week, 91 women have died while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. As more women enter the
Seahawks’ buzzsaw has 49ers QB in his sights
San Francisco has lost six straight since a 2-0 start. SEATTLE (AP) — No wonder Darryl Tapp has
Crew detained as part of probe into oil spill
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The entire crew of the cargo ship that sideswiped a bridge, causing San
FUTURE CHAMP? Boxing trainer Jack Loew works with 9-year-old Nicholas Romeo at the Southside Boxing
FUTURE CHAMP? Boxing trainer Jack Loew works with 9-year-old Nicholas Romeo at the Southside Boxing
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 22.19 —.26 Avalon Holdings,7.250.00 Clear
FORGOTTEN HEROES PROGRAM
FORGOTTEN HEROES PROGRAM Honorees For nine years, Civil War re-enactment groups have hosted
OHIO REVISED CODE
OHIO REVISED CODE Open dumping: No person shall recklessly dispose of solid wastes including
On TV, Williams does double duty
The actor keeps busy with ‘The Boondocks’ and ‘Boston Legal.’ LOS ANGELES — Nearing the end of
HONORING BOTH SIDES: Members of the 19th Ohio Volunteer Infantry and Camp 2021 of the Sons of the
HONORING BOTH SIDES: Members of the 19th Ohio Volunteer Infantry and Camp 2021 of the Sons of the
YSU BASKETBALL 2007-08 roster
No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown/Previous School/High School 1 John Barber F 6-7 220 Sr.
Device detects CO in blood
The department bought two monitors for $4,000 apiece. CANFIELD — Carbon monoxide kills by
Improving communication with deaf
Businesses benefit by being able to communicate with deaf people. Five years ago the staff at
LPGA-TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS
LPGA-TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS Sunday At Magnolia Grove Golf Course Mobile, Ala. Purse: $1
After FDA warnings, sales of medicines drop
A high dosage or combination of medicines can be dangerous to young children. CHICAGO —
GOP hopeful Ron Paul draws support from home region in Pa.
PITTSBURGH (AP) — He may represent Texas, but 10-term congressman and Republican presidential
Chargers hold off Colts’ rally
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Peyton Manning was poised to turn one of his worst games into one of his most
Nonprofit’s focus is too big, critics say
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Despite spending $55 million over the past decade, a major regional nonprofit has
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Boston501.000—
Johnson wins, pads lead over Gordon
Jimmie Johnson took commanding lead of the Nextel Cup Championship. AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Jimmie
Messier, Francis headline quintet for Hall
Defensemen Al MacInnis and Scott Stevens also are being inducted. Mark Messier aimed for
Exaggerated risk is still a risk
Opinion: Doctors across the land probably sighed in despair when the latest Centers for Disease Control and
Musharraf fails to set time to restore rights
The U.S.-backed general said he was taking steps to stem rising Islamic militancy. ISLAMABAD,
Barriers to work confront disabled
More than 14 million adults in the U.S. have some disability that limits their ability to work.
Edwards targets veterans with PTSD
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) — Presidential contender John Edwards is introducing a plan today to help
REGION
REGION Franchise owner opens his 8th area McDonald’s NORTH LIMA — Steve Telischak has opened a
Gov. Strickland fails to keep campaign promise on school funding
In August, the governor said the state isn’t using school funding in a fair way. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Shooting in city called case of mistaken ID
YOUNGSTOWN — A West Indianola Avenue man, who was once shot in the lower left calf on the city’s
YOUNGSTOWN — For Paul Melone, Veterans Day is about honoring the men and women who served and
YOUNGSTOWN — For Paul Melone, Veterans Day is about honoring the men and women who served and
Vindy.com News Podcast for November 12, 2007
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, November 12 is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton
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